2008 Woodie Awards
Listen up for WCUR student shows
Amy Rae
Issue date: 10/3/06 Section: Entertainment
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It is a beautiful day to drive down 202 South, windows open, hair blowing in the wind. A search for the perfect song on the radio begins. The search may be for something different or perhaps something familiar. Next time you find yourself in this position, stop your dial on 91.7FM, WCUR. Along with diverse radio shows, great programming, and valuable resources, WCUR has a rich history.
The origins of West Chester University radio can be traced back to a closed-circuit AM station in the 1960's. Though the station could only be heard in a very small, local area, WCUR's beginnings were far from humble. According to www.wcur.fm, the College Music Journal rated WCUR as the number one college radio station on the East Coast in 1971. Success is sweet, but calls for greater achievement. In 1991, WCUR did just that when they received the station 91.7 FM. An FM station allowed more clarity and better sound coupled with a great broadcasting distance to reach more listeners. Now in 2006, WCUR is looking to achieve even more.
The woman leading the organization is General Manager Katie Hazzard. Take one part creativity, one part dedication and mix in two parts passion, and you have created the perfect recipe for "Hazzard," as she is affectionately called. She supervises the entire station, including the other nine executive staff members and seven committees. "We have tons of fun at WCUR and are eager to bring WCUR and the community together," she says, "not only do we offer opportunities for students to become a part of the station and have their own two-hour show; we also offer news, upcoming music, live sports and events."
WCUR has two large-scale annual events. The first is the Open Mic Night series in the residence halls and the second is the Grand Ram Band Slam in the spring. The Open Mic Night program series affords budding WCU artists the opportunity to be heard on live radio from the comfort of their own residence hall lobby or basement. The programs begin in October and continue on a monthly basis. For those involved in actual bands, the Grand Ram Band Slam is a large-scale battle of the bands.
The origins of West Chester University radio can be traced back to a closed-circuit AM station in the 1960's. Though the station could only be heard in a very small, local area, WCUR's beginnings were far from humble. According to www.wcur.fm, the College Music Journal rated WCUR as the number one college radio station on the East Coast in 1971. Success is sweet, but calls for greater achievement. In 1991, WCUR did just that when they received the station 91.7 FM. An FM station allowed more clarity and better sound coupled with a great broadcasting distance to reach more listeners. Now in 2006, WCUR is looking to achieve even more.
The woman leading the organization is General Manager Katie Hazzard. Take one part creativity, one part dedication and mix in two parts passion, and you have created the perfect recipe for "Hazzard," as she is affectionately called. She supervises the entire station, including the other nine executive staff members and seven committees. "We have tons of fun at WCUR and are eager to bring WCUR and the community together," she says, "not only do we offer opportunities for students to become a part of the station and have their own two-hour show; we also offer news, upcoming music, live sports and events."
WCUR has two large-scale annual events. The first is the Open Mic Night series in the residence halls and the second is the Grand Ram Band Slam in the spring. The Open Mic Night program series affords budding WCU artists the opportunity to be heard on live radio from the comfort of their own residence hall lobby or basement. The programs begin in October and continue on a monthly basis. For those involved in actual bands, the Grand Ram Band Slam is a large-scale battle of the bands.
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